We are dy-ing over this vibrant wedding, sent over to us by the always impressive SheWanders Photography. Could the bride and groom be any cuter? We wish we could plant ourselves right smack dab in the middle of their completely perfect day full of charm. It truly looks like such a fun and over the top, happy celebration. Oh and we’re sorry, but is that a zebra we spy at the wedding?!? Ummmm, yes please! Run, don’t walk, on over to the gallery to see more of this wonderful day. XO, Tori & Myka
See more from this pretty day in the gallery.
From the bride:
Michael and I met at work way back in 2001. We were both new to the workplace and immediately gravitated toward one another. It wasn’t long before we were spending time together outside of the work place. Some days we would go out and watch a movie. On other days we would go and try a new restaurant. We were so spontaneous back then. We got along so well that we remained good friends for five years. It was like we were two peas in a pod. In the summer of 2006, a mutual friend of ours told me that Michael had feelings for me that went beyond just friendship. I kept my knowledge of his true feelings a secret and waited for him to make some sort of move. One day he built up the nerve to ask me out. He wanted me to come with him to his good friends wedding as his date. After 2 more months of dating we were officially a couple. We have the best of both worlds. We were in love, and we were best friends. In 2008, Michael proposed to me at Presidio Park in San Diego. It was the happiest day of my life.
My brother got married at Rancho Las Lomas, in Silverado California, and the venue was simply amazing. It had a touch of class and displayed the beauty of the California countryside. I knew right away that this was the place I wanted to get married. Rancho Las Lomas is an oasis of natural beauty that we will never forget.
The biggest challenge we had to encounter was deciding what type of wedding we were going to have. I possess a strong Persian background so I wanted our wedding to be traditionally Persian. Michael is of Filipino decent so he wanted to add things that displayed the beauty of his culture as well. We managed to mesh the two together in a magical wedding that our guests would never forget. The ceremony was traditionally Persian, with the two of us displayed in front of a Sofreh (a Persian wedding spread). The Reception had tables named after some of the more popular Philippine Islands. It also had a live performance from Philippine folk dancers. The two blended perfectly. Although it was challenging, the outcome was a testament of all of our hard work.
Thanks for sharing your beautiful day with us!
XO, Tori & Myka of sittinginatree
Photogprahy: SheWanders Photography / Venue: Rancho Las Lomas / Wedding Consultant: Lisa Moon Events / Florist: Inviting Occasion / Rentals, Linens, Lighting: 24 Carrots / Invitations & Stationery: Day Dreams Invitations / Caterer: Hatam Restaurant (Anaheim) / Cake: Cinderella Cakes / Favors: Bride and Groom / Entertainment: DJ Taraneh, Pasacat Filipino Cultural Dancers and live cocktail hr music by Chad Cavanaugh / Videographer: Parallel Media Productions / Gown Designer: Ana Hernandez / Bridal Jewelry: Bloomingdales / Bridal Shoes: Nordstrom / Hair & Makeup: Paula Mayer / Formal Wear: Hugo Boss / Mothers’ Dresses: Bloomingdales
love the mixing of the cultures! oh and the zebras are beautiful! love the plants/flowers too! that flower girl is SOOO cute! she reminds me of my nieces :) congrats!
I will have zebras on the same property that I am getting married too! Seeing these pictures with the animals makes me excited.
Love, LOVE the zebras!
Does anyone know where I can get some of those hollow glass baubles? I have my heart set on them, but I'm having trouble finding sources.
Thanks!
Absolutely beautiful venue for the ceremony!!
You can find the candlelight balls at CB2, http://www.cb2.com/family.aspx?c=585&f=2447
Thanks so much for the feature Tori and Myka. We are huge SMP fans =) xoxo s
Zebras? Can this be a new trend please!?!?!?
I am honored to say I was at this wedding. I am the cousin of the groom and there was nothing more beautiful than seeing him marry the woman of his dreams. Rancho Las Lomas is an absolute gem! . Every little detail was so memorable; flowers in glass bubble, fountain, the Sofreh....By far the best wedding I ever attended.
That's a beautiful bride and a beautifully unique dress!
Such a colorful, beautiful wedding. Well done! Random question, where did the girl jumping for joy in the yellow dress get her dress from? I have been searching for that exact dress for my bridesmaids and died when I saw hers! If you could fill me in on the designer I would be SO excited! Thanks a bunch!!!
So gorgeous, and quite unique. Love how it is traditional in many ways, but has a modern feel. Beautiful story from the bride and beautiful wedding!
I am in love with the photography. I love the filters and light, it's made a beautiful wedding absolutely stunning. :)
beautiful photography!
I want an updated version of Lady Marmalade with Nicki, Gaga, Missy needs to still be there for sure, Christina and idk who else
What brand are the shoes of the bride...I looked for the shoes at NORDSTROMs but couldn't find them...and love them!
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